The University of Melbourne

Master of Epidemiology

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The Master of Epidemiology (MEpi) at the University of Melbourne is designed for students to want to increase their research skills in epidemiology with the aim of either contributing to epidemiological or medical research or developing a research career, but who don’t want the breadth of subjects required for the MPH.

The course combines five compulsory integrated subjects in epidemiology and statistical methods, one specialty elective subject and a research report where students conduct an applied project.

The Master of Epidemiology is an excellent grounding for undertaking a PhD or other graduate research program. It also develops skills that enable clinical researchers to undertake their own research.

Delivery mode

The University of Melbourne offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • Grattan Street, Parkville

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

In order to be considered for entry, applicants must have completed either:

  • an honours degree in a relevant discipline with a weighted average mark of at least H2B (70%), or equivalent, or
  • a Postgraduate Diploma in Epidemiology with a weighted average mark of at least H2B (70%), or equivalent, or
  • an undergraduate degree in a relevant health care discipline (e.g. medicine, dentistry, physiotherapy) and documented evidence of either one year of research experience or two years of relevant professional experience.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $33,948 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$33,948
Full Fee Tuition:
$33,948
Enquire with The University of Melbourne to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 24 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $33,948 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Master of Epidemiology will prepare you for the following roles.

Biostatistician

A Biostatistician collects and analyses data to find trends affecting public health. You might provide information to health services to assist wit...

Avg yearly income $121,992
Entry barriers Low

Epidemiologist

An Epidemiologist studies the patterns, causes, and effects of diseases and health conditions in populations. You might work in public health depar...

Avg yearly income $76,388
Entry barriers Low

Health Policy Analyst

A Health Policy Analyst researches and evaluates health policies to improve public health outcomes. You might work for government agencies, non-pro...

Avg yearly income $98,800
Entry barriers Low

Public Health Analyst

A Public Health Analyst evaluates data related to health trends and issues to inform public health policies and programmes. You might work in gover...

Avg yearly income $81,120
Entry barriers Low

Research Scientist

A Research Scientist collects and analyses information from scientific tests, trials and experiments. You might work in a particular field of scien...

Avg yearly income $104,000
Entry barriers Low

About The University of Melbourne

Welcome to the University of Melbourne. We are Australia’s leading research university, with a 165-year-long tradition of higher education in the arts, sciences and numerous professional disciplines.

At Melbourne, we take delight through our on-campus teaching and graduate online programs in helping undergraduate and postgraduate students from Australia and many other countries to achieve globally recognised qualifications. The educational experience here prepares well-rounded graduates who are academically outstanding and practically grounded.

We also support and encourage internationally-connected research collaborations around basic and applied problems, in the hope of changing the world for the better.